Finalizes Elimination of Class E Voting Rights for Russell 3000 Eligibility

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Alliance Entertainment Holding Corp. has filed a definitive information statement to formalize the elimination of Class E Common Stock voting rights, a move aimed at qualifying for the Russell 3000 index and consolidating voting power.

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• Elimination of Class E Voting Rights

  The company is amending its Certificate of Incorporation to remove voting rights from Class E Common Stock, except as required by law.

• Russell 3000 Index Eligibility

  This corporate governance change is intended to meet the FTSE Russell requirement for inclusion in the Russell 3000 index, by increasing the percentage of voting shares held by 'unrestricted shareholders' from 3.0% to 6.6%.

• Consolidation of Voting Power

  Following the amendment, majority stockholders, who hold 91.9% of Class A Common Stock, will effectively control 91.9% of the total voting power, further concentrating control.

• Effective Date

  The corporate action, approved by 95.3% of voting power, will become effective on or about July 27, 2026.

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This DEF 14C filing formalizes the elimination of Class E Common Stock voting rights, an action previously approved by majority stockholders and disclosed in earlier filings. The primary goal is to meet eligibility requirements for inclusion in the Russell 3000 index, which could enhance the company's market visibility and liquidity. This change also consolidates voting power, with majority stockholders now controlling over 90% of the total voting shares. The definitive legal text of the amendment and the effective date of July 27, 2026, are now officially disclosed.